Uganda women’s national team coach Sheryl Botes has called on FUFA to extend the elite coaching courses to women’s leagues and school systems after participating in the historic FIFA Elite Youth Coaching Course held in Njeru.
“These courses have been amazing. I am thrilled that youth team coaches attended,” Botes said.
“We have learned about modern trends, coaching principles, and methodology. I would love to see similar courses for the FUFA Women Super League, Women Elite League, regional leagues and schools.”
Botes emphasized the need for inclusive development programs, pointing out that empowering women’s football starts with equipping coaches at all levels with cutting-edge knowledge. She praised the course for its depth in covering player-centered coaching models, performance analytics, and technical planning.
Her comments come at a time when women’s football in Uganda is gaining momentum, with increased participation and visibility. However, Botes insists that for this momentum to translate into long-term success, technical training must reach grassroots women’s football structures.
“This is about setting the foundation for the future of the women’s game,” she said. “We cannot afford to lag behind in coaching quality.”
Botes was among a select group of coaches who received training from FIFA’s international experts. Her appeal reflects a growing demand for more gender-balanced development interventions in Ugandan football.
